Bogatha Waterfall

Bogatha Waterfall, often nicknamed the "Telangana Niagara", is a seasonal but powerful cascade located near Vajedu in Mulugu district of East Telangana near the border of Chhattisgarh. At the intersection of forest and river, it offers a tranquil, offbeat escape.

Understand

The best time to visit is June–November, soon after monsoon when flow is strongest.

Get in

  • By road: it is accessible via a scenic drive from Bhadrachalam (~120 km), then about a 2-km trek through forest trails.

Get around

  • Trekking path from the roadhead to the falls (15–30 min).
  • No local transport—arrange private taxi or self-drive.

See

  • The main waterfall — dramatic drop with mist and pools.
  • Nearby forest with local wildlife and birdlife.

Do

  • Trek through forest trail.
  • Swim in natural pools; ideal for picnics and meditation.
  • Photography at sunrise or sunset.

Buy

  • Snacks from roadside stalls (carry water and basic supplies from Bhadrachalam).

Eat

  • Packed lunch or small local tea stalls along the route.

Drink

  • Carry water—no facilities at the waterfall site.

Sleep

  • Stay in Bhadrachalam or nearby Mulugu—basic lodges or Bhadradri Haritha Hotel.

Stay safe

  • Slippery rocks—wear hiking shoes.
  • Watch for wildlife; no lifeguards.

Connect

  • Spotty mobile coverage.
  • No Wi-Fi at falls.

Go next

  • Combine with a trip to Bhadrachalam (temples, river).
  • Nearby Kuntala Fall or Bogatha’s forest trails.